Ice Palace (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1960, Ice Palace is a drama and adventure film directed by Vincent Sherman, running about 143 minutes. “When a man makes love -- that's when a woman can tell.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Alaska: America's last great wilderness frontier. A land of primitive grandeur, of glaciers, mountains and ice-fields. And of ambitious cannery tycoon Zeb "Czar" Kennedy (Richard Burton) and rugged activist leader Thor Storm (Robert Ryan), two rough-hewn men whose bitter 40-year rivalry mirrored their powerful land's struggle for statehood.
Who’s in it. Ice Palace stars Richard Burton as Zeb Kennedy, Robert Ryan as Thor Storm, Carolyn Jones as Bridie Ballantyne and George Takei as Wang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Ice Palace has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ice Palace page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ice Palace tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ice Palace (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ice Palace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ice Palace worth watching?
- Ice Palace holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ice Palace?
- Ice Palace stars Richard Burton, Robert Ryan, Carolyn Jones, George Takei and Diane McBain.
- When was Ice Palace released?
- Ice Palace was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.